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Shawn Meyer
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It's also crazy how big those footers were for Vortex. I seen pictures of them digging them out and they just seem huge.
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On 7/3/2020 at 8:36 PM, Dj325 said:
Do you remember this poster?
When this poster appeared at Kings Island, fans were starting thinking that Kings Island was going to build an R.M.C Son of Beast for the 2019 season. That however, didn't happen. But, maybe that wasn't for 2019. Maybe it's for sometime way into the future. In 2019, Kings Island announced that they would be removing The Vortex. Now fans are wondering when and what will replace it. I think it could be a ground-up r.m.c. I don't have a picture of what it could look like, but I have an idea for a ground-up r.m.c called GHOST MOUNTAIN!
I know the last two posters yesterday probably rolled their eyes at this, but I like this idea! I don't know If they would have to go out and remove Backlot Stunt Coaster, but I imagine they could still get creative. They're already removing footers in The Vortex site so I imagine they'll level the land in the off-season and maybe start building next season. This way we could start guessing like we did last year for Orion. I believe we'll see something new there in 2022-2023.
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On 7/1/2020 at 3:01 PM, coaster sally said:
KI needs to be on their toes. KK will be only the second park to have a pair of RMC's....
They have two RMC's?
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Anyone remember how Adventure Express used to have the fog, special lights along the course, and sound effects? I remember riding Adventure Express as a kid and having those features really made Adventure Express really fun! I love how they kept the theme going in the last tunnel. It's not a let down to me at all. As a kid when you're riding it, you're scared. When you're an adult, I can see where some people feel that last tunnel is a let down. It still doesn't bother me any.
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Are there any parks in the United States that have a motor cycle style train on them? If so, what type of roller coaster is that?
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Question. Do you think Kings Island will sell masks this year with ride logos on them? I think this would make wearing a mask fun.
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Question. Do you think Kings Island will sell masks this year with ride logos on them? I think this would make wearing a mask fun.
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1 hour ago, Hawaiian Coasters 325 said:
Another thing I wonder. If you are required to wear them on rides, will they enforce it the way they enforce the phone thing where if they catch someone taking it off while on the lift, they stop the ride.
I feel like they would stop the ride more for a phone than a mask, but that's just my opinion. Once the train crests over the top, and somebody lowers their mask they can't do much.
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11 hours ago, coaster sally said:
What do you think?
I hate to be that guy, but I'm just not sure. I'm a little slow I guess.
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^ So is there still a lawsuit being filed anyway?
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^ Where was that taken at?
Also what is Cedar Point and Kings Island hoping the gain by sueing Amy Acton when DeWine announced today that Amusement parks could open in two weeks?
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On 5/14/2020 at 10:35 PM, Benjamin22 said:
I think it'd be great if the park brought back souvenir maps for the 50th anniversary.
I said this in another topic, but it would be nice if they had the giant park maps like what Cedar Point sells for $2.00. I hope the GM of Kings Island reads this or these forums for ideas.
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I loved that picture of Orion(K9). He looked like a happy dog there.
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^ Sorry guys. My brain doesn't always click right away. I don't know much about american dream mall, but hey they could put that in at Dorney Park too and still keep it in the Cedar Fair chain.
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I had a dream a few times where Kings Island was open to the public, but people we're in awe when they saw how big of trench there was for the former Vortex site. The whole area must have been dug up at least 10 feet below the coney mall midway area. There was also a sign showing how they wanted to rebuild Vortex in a new way. Different manufacturer of course; and I believe it was a ground up rmc like everyone wants.
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On 5/20/2020 at 11:32 AM, Marc3E said:
Man that’s gonna suck if they go out of business after just opening...Who? Cedar Fair? I doubt they'll go out of business. I've heard worst case scenario, Cedar Fair will just make a lot of budget cuts like they did this year for next year as well. We might just have a year one year where the parks just say nothing is coming, but enjoy your day here.
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Well if they ever wanted to replace Vortex in a similar way that it was designed or layed out, a B&M floorless is the answer. Now Kings Island is more of a family park compared to Cedar Point. I'm happy Orion was installed, but I imagine they're going to build something the whole family will enjoy. If they decide to build an RMC ground up, they could make that less intense than Steel Vengeance at Cedar Point, so the whole family will enjoy it. I just want them to throw a loop in there to pay tribute to Vortex. If they go with a B&M floorless, they have a better chance of going back to back with the loops to give it that look that area of the park just lost.
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^ I hope you're right about that. I feel like they're using their rainy day funds at the moment.
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When Kings Island does open for the season, they should have Dollar days a lot to get people to come into the park. Maybe they could do front of the line passes for a dollar.
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I respect you guys opinion here guys, but I think a Floorless roller coaster similar to Dominator at Kings Dominion would be ideal for families and thrill seekers. Don't get me wrong, I would love to see a ground up rmc come to Kings Island as well. I also think that would be the most thrilling option for Kings Island. However, If they wanted to introduce a roller coaster family oriented, it would probably be a B&M Floorless. Here's how I see my wishlist for the former Vortex area. 1. B&M Floorless 2. Ground up rmc wooden roller coaster 3. Mack launch roller coaster. The other roller coasters that have been mentioned, I don't know too much about.
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^ I hope not. I hope it's about the same time period as this year. I want a chance to redeem myself for not having the money right away this year.
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Not that I was part of the event this year anyway due to it selling out in one day, but I was still planning on being there with my friends. I would have just did my own thing while they did the tours and lunch/dinner. But this is still a huge blow for 2020 and I'm still saddened by this news.
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^ Sounds like they have plenty of time then to repay the loans. So in worse case scenario, If they don't open this year they're still in good shape because they don't have to repay those loans until 2025. Sounds like a safety net for the parks.
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^ Ohh no! That means Cedar Fair will lose their parks?
Kings Island's next big coaster a ground-up R.M.C?
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While I agree with your point about the demolition being so sudden, I respectively disagree that they don't have something planned in that area. I feel like they're next roller coaster is still in the planning and they know who they want to go with as far as next roller coaster manufacturer. Tearing out the footers now gives them the time to plan out the layout for their next roller coaster. I believe we'll see a ground up rmc in the former spot of Vortex. Just my opinion there. I also believe we won't see that new roller coaster until 2022-2023, due to the pandemic we're all in right now.